If you’ve ever tried to mop the floors while your dog thinks the mop is a chew toy or attempted to vacuum without your pup going into full-blown bark mode, then you already know the chaos that can unfold. So today, let’s talk about how to train a dog to behave during house cleaning —…
If you’ve ever tried to stroll down a jam-packed city sidewalk with your dog zigzagging like a furry pinball, you’re definitely not alone. One of the most common questions I get as a Canine-Assisted Therapy Trainer is, “How do I get my dog to stay calm and focused on busy sidewalks?” So if you’re wondering…
Training a dog to recognize a release command is a vital step in creating a well-mannered and responsive companion. As a Canine-Assisted Therapy Trainer, I’ve seen firsthand how an effective release command can help dogs manage their behavior, stay calm, and know when it’s time to stop a specific action. Whether you’re training a therapy…
If you’ve ever watched your energetic dog barrel across the living room straight into your toddler like a furry bowling ball, you’re definitely not alone. As a Canine-Assisted Therapy Trainer, I’ve seen this more times than I can count. That’s why learning how to train a dog to avoid knocking over small children is one…
If you’ve ever wondered how to teach a dog basic obedience commands, let me tell you—you’re not alone. Working as a Veterinary Technician with a focus in pet nutrition, I’ve met hundreds of dog owners who are eager to connect better with their pups, but they often feel overwhelmed by where to start. Honestly, I…
It’s a story I’ve seen unfold countless times—kids laughing, running around in the yard, and suddenly, a dog bolts after them, tail wagging, eyes locked in, sometimes playfully, sometimes not. If you’re wondering how to train a dog to stop chasing kids playing, you’re absolutely not alone. As a Canine-Assisted Therapy Trainer, I’ve worked with…
If you’ve ever wondered how to train a dog to follow commands from multiple people, you’re definitely not alone. Back when I first started working as a Canine-Assisted Therapy Trainer, I had to tackle this exact challenge with therapy dogs being handled by various people—volunteers, therapists, even the occasional curious family member. It didn’t take…
As a Canine-Assisted Therapy Trainer, I’ve seen it all—dogs with amazing focus, and dogs who can’t resist the call of a tasty treat on the ground. One of the most common issues dog owners face is how to train a dog to ignore food on the ground. It might seem simple, but it’s one of…